Planning

Media and Digital Resources Development for Parent/Carer Training

MAYORS OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

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Planning

17 Nov 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime, headquartered in London, is in the planning stages of a tender process focused on developing media and digital resources for parent/carer training. This opportunity – part of the initiative led by the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) – aims to enhance the well-being and training of parents and carers across London. Scheduled under the industry category of training services, the engagement will take place via online sessions happening on the 2nd of December 2025. Interested parties must register by the 25th of November 2025. The project is set within the UKI region, operating under a light touch procurement regime, and is expected to commence in April 2026, lasting for a duration of two years.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for organisations specialising in training services, digital media development, and community development initiatives. Companies capable of delivering accredited training and developing culturally relevant digital content, including visual materials that address issues such as emerging youth risks and family resilience, are well-suited to apply. The initiative seeks partners who can contribute to strengthening community ties through innovative education and support frameworks, particularly those focusing on building resilient familial frameworks and sustainable peer-support networks. Potential partners will have the chance to influence and shape impactful community programs by collaborating with local authorities and grassroots organisations in a public health-oriented approach.

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Notice Title

Media and Digital Resources Development for Parent/Carer Training

Notice Description

Market Engagement Session for Digital Resource and Training for Parent and Carers Over the past five years, the Mayor of London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) has invested PS6.5 million into the pan-London Parent Carer Champion Network-an impactful initiative that has reached over 22,000 parents and carers across London. This network has provided vital peer-to-peer support to grassroots organisations and communities, acting as a bridge between local authorities and families through a public health approach. Recent evaluations have highlighted that the needs of parents and carers are distinct from those of other trusted adults such as practitioners, teachers, and youth workers. Parents require tailored support to help them identify emerging risks and build emotional resilience-critical components in safeguarding children and young people. The VRU's families team aims to centre empowerment for parents by increasing parental capacity and understanding by investing in knowledge and skills to provide parents/carers with the tools, confidence, and emotional resilience to protect their children and be equal partners in early intervention and prevention. Investing in parental well-being and risk awareness delivers strong value for money by reducing youth involvement in violence and the criminal justice system. By equipping caregivers with the knowledge to identify early signs and regulate their own stress responses, we can prevent costly interventions such as exclusions, policing, and mental health crisis support. This proactive, trauma-informed approach strengthens families, lowers pressure on public services, and builds safer communities through early, relational prevention. Purpose of the Market Engagement The VRU invites partners to Market Engagement Sessions to discuss requirements for future commissioning of training and digital resources for parents and carers for both Lots.Please see further details for each Lot. Lot 1: Training providers only - Parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support - Training Providers The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) invites partners to a market warming event to support understanding of the requirements for the future commissioning of parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support. This programme will strengthen parent and carer networks through accredited training and a train-the-trainer model, enabling wider access to qualifications and peer-led support. The focus will be on: Delivery of accredited training to empower parents and carers Building sustainable networks through train-the-trainer approaches Supporting parents and carers to gain recognised accreditations Enhancing emotional resilience and strengthening boundaries within families This next phase will invest in training and support that equips parents and carers with the skills to foster resilience, set healthy boundaries, and extend support across their communities. By embedding accreditation and peer-led delivery, the programme aims to create lasting impact and stronger family networks. Lot 2: Media and trainers - Training and awareness digital resource development for Parents and Carers (Emerging risks and issues effecting CYP) -Media & Trainers (Partnership approach) The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) invites partners to a market warming event to obtain an understanding of the collaborative approach to commissioning digital resources and training for parents and carers. As part of this process, the VRU will invest in programmes designed to strengthen parental knowledge of emerging risks faced by young people. The focus will be on: Raising awareness of ongoing and emerging risks Providing practical tools to support safeguarding and community resilience Co-designing resources with a London-focused lens The delivery partners will be expected to deliver co-produced, culturally relevant digital content, including bitesize animations, short films, video tutorials, and resource packs, that address issues such as criminal exploitation and harmful ideologies. These materials will equip Event Details The event will be held online via Teams, once you have registered your interest you will receive an invitation to the engagement event please read below. Date: Tuesday, 2nd December 2025 Lot 1 Session Parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support - Training Providers : 12:00 - 13:00 Lot 2 Session Training and awareness digital resource development for Parents and Carers (Emerging risks and issues effecting CYP) -Media & Trainers (Partnership approach) 14:00 - 15:00 To register your interest, please quote Lot 1 or Lot 2 or both in the heading you'd like to attend, please email: VRUCommissioning@london.gov.uk The deadline for your registering your interest is the 25th November 2025 @ 16:00hrs. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=994498666

Planning Information

Market Engagement Session for Digital Resource and Training for Parent and Carers Over the past five years, the Mayor of London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) has invested £6.5 million into the pan-London Parent Carer Champion Network-an impactful initiative that has reached over 22,000 parents and carers across London. This network has provided vital peer-to-peer support to grassroots organisations and communities, acting as a bridge between local authorities and families through a public health approach. Recent evaluations have highlighted that the needs of parents and carers are distinct from those of other trusted adults such as practitioners, teachers, and youth workers. Parents require tailored support to help them identify emerging risks and build emotional resilience-critical components in safeguarding children and young people. The VRU's families team aims to centre empowerment for parents by increasing parental capacity and understanding by investing in knowledge and skills to provide parents/carers with the tools, confidence, and emotional resilience to protect their children and be equal partners in early intervention and prevention. Investing in parental well-being and risk awareness delivers strong value for money by reducing youth involvement in violence and the criminal justice system. By equipping caregivers with the knowledge to identify early signs and regulate their own stress responses, we can prevent costly interventions such as exclusions, policing, and mental health crisis support. This proactive, trauma-informed approach strengthens families, lowers pressure on public services, and builds safer communities through early, relational prevention. Purpose of the Market Engagement The VRU invites partners to Market Engagement Sessions to discuss requirements for future commissioning of training and digital resources for parents and carers for both Lots.Please see further details for each Lot. Lot 1: Parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support - Training Providers The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) invites partners to a market warming event to support understanding of the requirements for the future commissioning of parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support. This programme will strengthen parent and carer networks through accredited training and a train-the-trainer model, enabling wider access to qualifications and peer-led support. The focus will be on: Delivery of accredited training to empower parents and carers Building sustainable networks through train-the-trainer approaches Supporting parents and carers to gain recognised accreditations Enhancing emotional resilience and strengthening boundaries within families This next phase will invest in training and support that equips parents and carers with the skills to foster resilience, set healthy boundaries, and extend support across their communities. By embedding accreditation and peer-led delivery, the programme aims to create lasting impact and stronger family networks. Lot 2: Training and awareness digital resource development for Parents and Carers (Emerging risks and issues effecting CYP) -Media & Trainers (Partnership approach) The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) invites partners to a market warming event to obtain an understanding of the collaborative approach to commissioning digital resources and training for parents and carers. As part of this process, the VRU will invest in programmes designed to strengthen parental knowledge of emerging risks faced by young people. The focus will be on: Raising awareness of ongoing and emerging risks Providing practical tools to support safeguarding and community resilience Co-designing resources with a London-focused lens The delivery partners will be expected to deliver co-produced, culturally relevant digital content, including bitesize animations, short films, video tutorials, and resource packs, that address issues such as criminal exploitation and harmful ideologies. These materials will equip Event Details The event will be held online via Teams, once you have registered your interest you will receive an invitation to the engagement event please read below. Date: Tuesday, 2nd December 2025 Lot 1 Session- Parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support - Training Providers : 12:00 – 13:00 Lot 2 Session- Training and awareness digital resource development for Parents and Carers (Emerging risks and issues effecting CYP) -Media & Trainers (Partnership approach) : 14:00 – 15:00 To register your interest, please quote Lot 1 or Lot 2 or both in the heading you’d like to attend, please email: VRUCommissioning@london.gov.uk The deadline for your registering your interest is the 25th November 2025 @ 16:00hrs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e25c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074351-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£670,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
25 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAYORS OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME
Contact Name
Kelly Reid
Contact Email
vrucommissioning@london.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0LL
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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